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Chapter 1218: The Rewards and Challenge
Headmaster Constance's frown lingered, but instead of punishment, her words took a surprising turn.
"Vanessa… the Academy does not intend to condemn you. For now, what we want are the notes and fragments you discovered. All records of Void Arts must be collected and studied. If they are genuine, they may form the foundation of something new, perhaps even the thirteenth Arcane Path taught here."
She said with a smile…
Vanessa's eyes widened. "The… thirteenth Path?"
Constance nodded. "Yes. The Void Arts have always been forbidden, but knowledge cannot remain buried forever. If we can understand them, organize them, and teach them responsibly, they may become part of the Academy's curriculum. You will not be treated as a criminal, Vanessa. Instead, you should be rewarded."
Relief washed over Vanessa, her trembling hands finally steady.
She bowed her head gratefully. "Thank you, Headmaster. I will give you everything I found."
Constance's expression softened. "Good. In return, you will receive Academic Points, enough to elevate your standing among your peers. More importantly, you will be granted the chance to study any Elemental Spell you desire. I will provide the Spell Models myself. Whether you succeed in imprinting them into your Spell Light will depend on your own skill and discipline."
Vanessa's breath caught again, but this time with excitement. "Any spell… at all?"
"Yes," Constance confirmed. "But first, you must master the three foundational spells of the Elemental Arts. Without them, higher models will collapse when you attempt to imprint them."
Vanessa nodded. She knew about the three foundational spells of the Elemental Arts.
The first was the Elemental Channeling Spell or the ability to draw raw elemental energy that could strengthen one's physique and slowly obtain Elemental Body, which could be learned next.
The other was the Elemental Bind. It is the basis for all shields, barriers, and formations of Elementalists.
Lastly, the Elemental Pulse… It was a neutral spell that produced a small surge of raw elemental energy. It doesn't belong to fire, water, or earth… It is pure energy that greatly teaches them how to channel and release power safely.
"Since you know the three… I won't be explaining them. But only once you have mastered these three will you be permitted to choose freely among the higher spells."
Vanessa's heart soared. She had expected punishment, perhaps even expulsion, but instead she was being offered opportunity and recognition.
She bowed deeply. "I will not fail, Headmaster. I will learn the foundations, and I will give you all the notes I found."
Constance leaned back, satisfied. "Good…"
***
In the meantime, Ruth and Rice followed Denise as she brought them further in the corridors of the Academy.
The whispers of their classmates still echoed in their minds. There was envy, fear, and curiosity since to be called by Denise was no small matter.
Denise, on the other hand, walked ahead calmly as she led them into a private chamber adjoining the Academy's central hall, a place reserved for high-level discussions.
"Sit," she said simply, gesturing to two chairs across from her.
Ruth clutched her notes nervously while Rice sat upright, his fists clenched, his frail body was tense, but he remained cool.
Denise studied them for a long moment before speaking.
"You two are not ordinary students. Vale has already marked you as a candidate. That means your paths are tied to the Shadow Domain, whether you realize it or not."
The two exchanged glances, honored to be candidates.
Still, Ruth swallowed hard. "Why… why call us now?"
Denise's lips curved into a faint smile.
"Don't worry, I already spoke to other candidates, and they were also informed about a few things related to the Academy Competition that will be participate by all Arcane Academies in the Continent."
The two were shocked. They didn't expect that they would even participate in that matter so early!
Rice leaned forward. "What do we have to do?"
Denise's eyes gleamed. "You will have trials beyond the classroom. Or responsibilities that will test more than your talent. You've become candidates for a reason. Ruth, your eye for runes will be invaluable. Rice, your combat instincts, even with your frail body, are sharper than most seasoned warriors. Vale sees potential in both of you. I am here to ensure you do not waste it."
Denise placed two sealed scrolls on the table.
"These are Spell Models and Combat Forms tailored for your paths. They are not gifts, they are tests. You will attempt to imprint them into your Spell Light. If you succeed, you will prove yourselves worthy of further guidance. If you fail… then you remain candidates, nothing more."
Ruth's hands trembled as she reached for her scroll. She recognized the intricate Spell Models etched into the parchment. Her special eye flickered again, already detecting that they were all special Rune Spells!
Rice also opened his scroll to reveal his Combat Spells Models, and furthermore, there were also diagrams of advanced Combat Arts stances. His frail body ached at the thought of attempting them, but his instincts told him that training these stances would greatly help him obtain a better physique!
Denise smiled after seeing their reaction and nodded.
"Do not think of this as a reward. Think of it as a door. Vale does not accept disciples lightly. If you wish to stand beside him, you must prove you can walk through it."
"We will do our best!"
Ruth bowed her head. She was determined to learn these spells.
'I may be weak, but my eye will guide me. I will not waste this chance.'
Rice also clenched his fists and nodded… 'I've been underestimated all my life. This time, I'll show them my strength.'
Denise watched them silently, satisfied with their resolve.
Then she stood.
"Begin your preparations. When the time comes, you will be tested not by me, but by Vale's Immortals."
'Immortals?' The two were shocked to hear this, but they were also excited!
With that, Denise left them in the chamber with the scrolls still glowing faintly in their hands…